ISKCON Bangalore on Friday announced that it would remain closed for the public during Janmashtami. This year, the temple is celebrating Janmashtami on August 29 and August 30.
As per a release by the temple authorities, "In the interest of public safety and prevailing government regulations, the temple management has decided to keep the ISKCON Bangalore campus closed for public on both days. We regret the inconvenience caused due to this decision."
"All the sevas will be offered to Lord Krishna as per the festival schedule," said in the release.
"Devotees are requested to participate online by visiting ISKCON Bangalore's YouTube channel, website and other official social media accounts," it further stated.
'ISKCON Bangalore' temple attracts a large number of devotees for Sri Krishna Janmashtami.
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